COVID-19 in Quebec: What you need to know Tuesday
Sherbrooke prepares to enter red zone, provincial government won't lift restrictions
- Quebec reported1,162new cases of COVID-19 and 38more deaths on Tuesday.Since the start of the pandemic, there have been117,151confirmedcases and6,493people have died.
- There are 534peoplein hospital (a decrease of six), including 82in intensive care (anincrease of six).
- Having trouble keeping track of what's now closed?Consult our list.
- CBC Montreal is collecting stories from Quebecers who have recovered from COVID-19. If you would like to share your experience, pleaseget in touch.
Quebec Premier Franois Legault has ruled out the possibility of lifting red-zone restrictions early, with two weeks remaining in the second 28-day partial lockdown.
Legault said Tuesday the spread of the virus is particularly concerning in certainregions:Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Lanaudire, Mauricie-Centre-du-Qubec and the Gaspsie.
The Eastern Townships, meanwhile, is set to enter the red zone on Thursday, joining much of the province in being subjected to heightened restrictions.
Top COVID-19 stories today
- What happens when COVID-19 crashes a birthday party? We examine an outbreak in Laval and what we can learn from it.
- Concerned about possible COVID-19 outbreaks, CBSAis freeing most migrants from detention centres
- This is how some businesses and schools are dealing with airborne COVID-19 and preparing for a winter indoors.
- The CBC's business unit askshow long can interest rates stay low once a vaccine arrives?
- Here's everything you need to know aboutgetting the flu shot this year.
What are the symptoms of COVID-19?
- Fever.
- New or worsening cough.
- Difficulty breathing.
- Sudden loss of smell without a stuffy nose.
- Gastrointestinal issues (such as nausea, diarrhea).
If you think you may have COVID-19, the government asks that you call18776444545to schedule an appointment at a screening clinic.
Quebec government reminders for preventing the spread of COVID-19:
- Wash your hands frequently.
- Avoid touching your face.
- Wear a mask or face coveringwhen physical distancing is not possible. Wearing a mask is mandatory in enclosed public spaces across the province.
- Stay at least two metres away from other people as much as possible.
- Self-isolate for 14 days after returning from a stay outside the country.
You can find information on COVID-19 in the provincehereand information on the situation in Montrealhere.
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